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 On sunday I thought I might take out the trailer tent for a little ride as its been standing for a couple of weeks ,

 I,ve had many caravans in the past and forgoten about , I,m New to the Trailer Tent world , does it need to be moved every so often like towing it for the wheels ect and lights , and what else can Ido to look after it in between holidays , I really feel sorry for it just sitting there beside the car

 wayne

Do you really need an excuse to get the camper out at the weekend in this sunshine and warmth?

They die if you don't use them so just find a site not too far away this weekend (like kingsbury water park as you live in walsall) and go for it!

Both you and the camper will be better for the 2 day break.

D

Prior to my forthcoming trip woth the motorcycle to Europe, I have my Trailer Tent erected in the garden.  One reason is to check contents, contacts, ties and pegs (a few mods have been made to the guide ropes) and the other reason is to get it wet in the drizzle forcast.  This helps the canvass to breath and expand the weft in the canvas thereby aiding waterproofing.  I sit here now having breakfast and admiring all the little beads of water on it white totally dry inside.  It also helps to dissapate the strong smell of canvas that can be a little overpowering on the first day/night out.  Sometimes also it is easy to forget that little knack or tweak whick makes it easier so a rehearsal is a good idea anyway.

I just hope for a dry period so I can pack it down but it will be in use in Arnhem again next Friday night for the next 10 days touring.